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SOMOS Latinx/e Graduation

Background is a kaledoscope of textile patterns from around Latin America in all shades of colors. In the center is a green rectangle, framed by intersecting lines. In the middle of the green rectangle is a hexagon with the words, "El Centro Presents: SOMOS Latinx/e Graduation."

2024 El Centro Stole Reservation

Our reservation form is used to reserve an El Centro stole for students graduating in May ‘24, Summer ‘24 or Winter ‘24.

The priority deadline to complete this reservation form is Monday, April 8 and/or until we run out.

In addition to reserving your stole, we are seeking graduating students’ feedback about their experiences at CSU and with El Centro as a Latinx/é, Afro-Latinx/é, Chicanx/é, Hispanic, and/or Multiracial student.

How to get your reserved stole:

During El Centro’s SOMOS Latinx/é Graduation: May 1, 2024 from 6 to 9 PM.  RSVP will be sent after you reserve your stole.

From El Centro during Finals Week: Monday, May 6-10, 9:00-5:00 PM MST.

2023 Award Winners

La Conexión Participant Award

Daisy Lopez

“For actively participating in La Conexion, demonstrating a commitment to the program, actively encouraging and supporting your peers, and upholding La Conexión’s core values (community, academic excellence, cultural pride, and student engagement). ”

Picture of Daisy Lopez and Aaron Escobedo Garmon, who are holding Daisy's award.

Latinx/e Graduate Student Award

Carmen Sobalvarro Chevez

“For exceling in your academic field through research, practice and/or community engagement.”

Carmen and Aaron holding Carmen's award.

Dr. Guadalupe Salazar Outstanding Student Legacy Award

Andrea Russell

“For demonstrating excellent academic achievement, initiating programming and community involvement, demonstrating strong leadership, and exemplifying integrity in your daily life.”

Andrea and Aaron holding Andrea's award.

Mary Ontiveros Latinx Faculty/staff Award

Dora Frias

“Thank you for the impact you have had in Latinx communities at Colorado State University and in Northern Colorado through your work, practice, research, scholarship, mentorship and contributions.”

Aaron and Dora holding Dora's award.